Vol. 61, No. 25, December 17, 1965. 4 pages. View this issue
Immigration led the front page of this four-page issue. A new labor clearance requirement could keep the doors tight for those seeking entry, while Congress reviewed the system through commissions and reports due in 1965 and 1966. The McCone Commission report on the Watts riot criticized the Los Angeles Police Department and called for a civilian review board. JACL news included Henry Terada’s installation as Chicago chapter chairman, with Pat Suzuki singing, and Portland’s selection as Chapter of the Biennium. Masao Satow reported on the National Board’s work on Medicare and the membership campaign.
Also inside: Richard Gima’s account of Pfc. Warren Cuhiro, who died in action in Vietnam, and a By the Board column from Eliza Iwata introducing the Eastern District Council’s new officers. On page 4, Bill Matsumoto of Sacramento wrote about being thankful and why JACL is still needed. The Christmas Cheer Appeal stood at 58 percent of its goal.
What’s in this issue
JACL
- Henry Terada Installed as Chairman of Chicago JACL, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Henry Terada was installed as chairman of the Chicago JACL chapter. The event featured a program with Pat Suzuki singing.
- National Board Medicare, by Masao Satow, National JACL Director, page 1. The National JACL Board addressed Medicare and the national membership campaign. The article reports on the board’s activities and recommendations.
National
- Labor Red Tape May Keep Immigration Doors Tight, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A new labor clearance requirement for immigrants could restrict entry into the United States. Congress is reviewing the immigration system through commissions and reports due in 1965 and 1966.
- Los Angeles Police Commission Report on Watts Riot, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The McCone Commission report on the Watts riot criticized the Los Angeles Police Department and recommended reforms. The report called for a civilian review board and changes in police-community relations.
Community
- Portland Selected as Chapter of Biennium, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Portland was chosen as the chapter for the biennium based on its low costs and efficient service. The selection process was described as favorable to the chapter.
- Holiday Issue Next Week, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The Pacific Citizen will publish a special Holiday Issue dated December 24-31. Regular publication resumes the first week of January.
- New EDC Officers, by Eliza Iwata, Eastern DC Chairman, page 2. The Eastern District Council introduced its newly elected officers in this By the Board column. The chairman expressed gratitude for the membership’s confidence.
- Christmas Cheer Appeal at 58 Percent, by P.C. Staff, page 4. The Christmas Cheer Appeal reached 58 percent of its goal with contributions from several chapters. Donors and chapters were acknowledged for their support.
Military & Veterans
- Pic Warren Cuhiro Dies in Action in Vietnam, by Richard Gima, page 1. Pfc. Warren Cuhiro of Kahaluu, Hawaii, died in action in Vietnam on December 3. He was a graduate of Castle High School and had worked for Lockheed in Los Angeles.
Commentary
- A Time to Be Thankful, by Bill Matsumoto, Sacramento, page 4. The author reflects on gratitude during the holiday season for family, community, and JACL. He argues that JACL remains necessary because many civil rights goals are still unmet.
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